For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 143 students in Clarkton, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Clarkton, MO is Clarkton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkton, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Clarkton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Clarkton, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkton Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 162
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Gr: PK-6 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Clarkton, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Clarkton, MO include Clarkton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Clarkton?
1 public preschools are located in Clarkton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkton?
Clarkton public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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